U.S. and Dutch Authorities Dismantle 39 Domains Linked to BEC Fraud Network https://firewall.firm.in/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/fbi.png Feb 01, 2025Ravie LakshmananCybercrime / Fraud Prevention U.S. and Dutch law enforcement agencies have announced that they have dismantled 39 domains and their associated servers as part of efforts to disrupt a network of online marketplaces originating from Pakistan. The action, which took place on January 29, ...
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Austraila’s ‘warning’ to those planning to use DeepSeek: Be very careful – ET CISO
Austraila’s ‘warning’ to those planning to use DeepSeek: Be very careful – ET CISO https://etimg.etb2bimg.com/thumb/msid-117816954,imgsize-18174,width-1200,height=765,overlay-etciso/ot-security/austrailas-warning-to-those-planning-to-use-deepseek-be-very-careful.jpg DeepSeek, a Chinese artificial intelligence chatbot, has rapidly gained global attention, sparking debates over privacy, data security, and national security concerns. Since its launch, the chatbot has become one of the most downloaded AI applications, particularly in Western countries like the United States and the ...
Read More »How Pentagon may have a ‘huge’ DeepSeek problem, IT Security News, ET CISO
How Pentagon may have a ‘huge’ DeepSeek problem, IT Security News, ET CISO Pentagon, headquarters of the US Department of Defense has banned DeepSeek after its employees connected their work computers to Chinese servers to access the new Chinese AI chatbot. DeepSeek, which claims to have developed its AI model for less than $6 million, has gained attention for its ...
Read More »Need for healthcare-specific privacy laws to curb menace of patient data breaches – ET CISO
Need for healthcare-specific privacy laws to curb menace of patient data breaches – ET CISO https://etimg.etb2bimg.com/thumb/msid-117669726,imgsize-63852,width-1200,height=765,overlay-etciso/data-breaches/need-for-healthcare-specific-privacy-laws-to-curb-menace-of-patient-data-breaches.jpg Healthcare data, due to its inherently sensitive nature, demands unparalleled levels of security. Healthtech solutions have revolutionized care delivery by bridging critical gaps in accessibility, efficiency, and patient outcomes. By integrating data-driven solutions and digital tools, they improve operational efficiency and also empower patients ...
Read More »GitHub Desktop Vulnerability Risks Credential Leaks via Malicious Remote URLs
GitHub Desktop Vulnerability Risks Credential Leaks via Malicious Remote URLs https://firewall.firm.in/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/git.png Jan 27, 2025Ravie LakshmananVulnerability / Software Security Multiple security vulnerabilities have been disclosed in GitHub Desktop as well as other Git-related projects that, if successfully exploited, could permit an attacker to gain unauthorized access to a user’s Git credentials. “Git implements a protocol called Git Credential Protocol to retrieve ...
Read More »2025 Cybersecurity outlook: Five trends to watch as identity-centric threats take centre stage – ET CISO
2025 Cybersecurity outlook: Five trends to watch as identity-centric threats take centre stage – ET CISO https://etimg.etb2bimg.com/thumb/msid-117596077,imgsize-14198,width-1200,height=765,overlay-etciso/cybercrime-fraud/2025-cybersecurity-outlook-five-trends-to-watch-as-identity-centric-threats-take-centre-stage.jpg If the year gone by has taught us anything about security, it’s that bad actors are becoming more sophisticated, exploiting vulnerabilities with greater precision and adopting seamless methods to evade detection. India today is amongst the most targeted nations in the world, with ...
Read More »India’s digital transformation may peak in a decade, but cybersecurity lags: Zoho survey, ET CISO
India’s digital transformation may peak in a decade, but cybersecurity lags: Zoho survey, ET CISO According to the “Workplace Digital Transformation Survey 2025” global survey by Zoho, India’s workplace digital transformation is likely to peak in 10 years, but is currently lacking in cybersecurity readiness. The study, conducted by Zoho Workplace, the company’s enterprise email and collaboration suite, also revealed ...
Read More »RANsacked: Over 100 Security Flaws Found in LTE and 5G Network Implementations
RANsacked: Over 100 Security Flaws Found in LTE and 5G Network Implementations https://firewall.firm.in/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/telecom.png Jan 24, 2025Ravie LakshmananTelecom Security / Vulnerability A group of academics has disclosed details of over 100 security vulnerabilities impacting LTE and 5G implementations that could be exploited by an attacker to disrupt access to service and even gain a foothold into the cellular core network. The ...
Read More »Navigating the challenges of digital growth: securing trust in India’s tech revolution – ET CISO
Navigating the challenges of digital growth: securing trust in India’s tech revolution – ET CISO https://etimg.etb2bimg.com/thumb/msid-117446196,imgsize-4140,width-1200,height=765,overlay-etciso/cybercrime-fraud/navigating-the-challenges-of-digital-growth-securing-trust-in-indias-tech-revolution.jpg India is experiencing a rapid digital transformation, driven by initiatives like Digital India, which aim to bridge the digital divide and enable more people in urban and rural areas to access digital technologies. The use of mobile wallets and UPI (Unified Payments Interface) has ...
Read More »6 essential cybersecurity skills you need to thrive in 2025, IT Security News, ET CISO
6 essential cybersecurity skills you need to thrive in 2025, IT Security News, ET CISO With the entire business landscape going digital, it has become imperative not only to learn to leverage data but also to safeguard it from hackers and scammers. Consequently, there is an increasing demand for cybersecurity experts across industries and sectors. However, professionals must cultivate a ...
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